Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meadowthorpe Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowthorpe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Meadowthorpe Elementary School's student population of 458 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Meadowthorpe Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadowthorpe Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#55 out of 1267 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
17%
10%
Black
25%
11%
White
40%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadowthorpe Elementary School's ranking?
Meadowthorpe Elementary School is ranked #55 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Meadowthorpe Elementary School often compared to?
Meadowthorpe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maxwell Spanish Immersion Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Meadowthorpe Elementary School?
458 students attend Meadowthorpe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Meadowthorpe Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadowthorpe Elementary School?
Meadowthorpe Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Meadowthorpe Elementary School offer ?
Meadowthorpe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meadowthorpe Elementary School part of?
Meadowthorpe Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Meadowthorpe Elementary School located?
Meadowthorpe Elementary School is located in the Meadowthorpe neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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